Dynamic Idioms - 1 (Ability) Flashcards
A more dynamic and expressive idiom than
was so good
Describe excel at something
On the baseball field, he was so good; today he threw a no-hitter
act like a pro
Other examples
- master of the craft
- in a league of his own
- second to none
On the baseball field, he really acts like a pro; today he threw a no-hitter
A more dynamic and expressive idiom than
take on too much
Describe over-burden and try too hard
When I accepted two assignments at the same time, I clearly took on too much, and could not handle it.
bit off more than I could chew
Other examples
- over-exert
- spread myself too thin
- run myself ragged
- burn the candle at both ends
- go overboard
When I accepted two assignments at the same time, I clearly bit off more than I could chew.
A more dynamic and expressive idiom than
become comfortable
Describe getting better and totally comfortable doing something
After leaving in France for several months, I became quite comfortable speaking French.
feel right at home
Other examples
- found one’s groove
- hit one’s stride
- in one’s element
After leaving in France for several months, I felt right at home in the French launguage.
